COURSE CONTENTSTREETENNIS Streetennis is designed to introduce and teach tennis to the Under 9’s. It combines technical teaching with movement and co-ordination in a dynamic and fun environment. Streetennis is the Spanish equivalent to mini-tennis.

DEVELOPING A TECHNICAL BASEIt is essential that all players develop a sound technique from an early age. We will look at the technical requirements and how to teach sound technique for 20 different strokes from the basic groundstrokes and volleys to drop shots and topspin lobs.

TACTICAL DEVELOPMENT Here we will help coaches understand how and when to develop the tactical abilities of their players. It will help coaches develop matchplay simulation programmes and help train their players to compete.

DEVELOPMENT OF COACHING SKILLSThis part of the training covers how to build and develop drills for all levels of play. It covers feeding skills and how to adopt different feeding methods for better performance. It will also help coaches to develop their communication and organisation skills.

COACHING IN CLUBSIn this section we will show how to develop and manage teams at both Junior and Senior level.How to construct and develop practice sessions for singles and doubles and how to create set tactical plays.TENNIS DEVELOPMENTThe development of the game at grass roots level is paramount to the long-term success of any tennis programme. We will work on a range of innovative and creative ideas that will enable coaches to attract new players into the game and to maintain their interest.

MARKETING AND PROMOTING THE GAMEUsing well-proven marketing techniques developed by leaders in industry we will help each coach develop a marketing and promotion plan. We will also look at PR and Sponsorship as part of an overall marketing strategy.

PLANNING FOR SUCCESSCoaches will be shown how to develop a coaching plan both for individual sessions and also a long-term programme. The programme will include coaching opportunities for all levels, abilities and age groups.

PLAYING SAFEAnother key part to coaching today is the safety of all your players. We will integrate a safe practice policy in the complete programme and work with coaches to ensure that they understand how to create a safe playing environment.

CHILD PROTECTIONIt is essential that coaches today understand the importance of protecting children. We will address the key issues of child protection and help coaches to understand their roles and responsibilities in the coaching environment. To receive your RPT qualification you are required to attain an enhanced CRB certificate, which must be completed through the LTA.

ASSESSMENT INFORMATION

COACHING You will need to show that you can plan and conduct a range of coaching session in both a group and individual situation. You may be required to teach junior and adult players. You will also be required to log a minimum of 8 hours of practical coaching experience supported by an LTA Licensed coach.

SKILLS You will be required to show your ability at demonstrating the skills required to be able to effectively teach at this level. The assessment will assess both technical ability and overall control in deadball and rally phases and you will also be required to show your feeding skills. Assessments will be carried out throughout the course.

WRITTEN You will be required to take a written test comprising of a series of multiple choice, true or false, short answers and planning questions.

PORTFOLIOYou are required to create a portfolio to demonstrate your understanding of the training programme. This will include lesson plans, coaching log, promotional literature, marketing plans, etc…

YOUR AWARDS

On successful completion of the RPT certification test you will be awarded the relevant Professional Award from the RPT together with a European Union Certificate Supplement and the automatic equivalent qualification from the International Coaches Institute.

You will be given a grade for each of the individual parts of the test. Your overall grade will be based on the lowest of these grades.

The grades are as follows:-National Professional 85%+Instructor 1 75-84%Instructor 2 65-74%You will receive your certifications on the successful completion of your assessments and your coaching portfolio. The assessment process will be ongoing throughout the course. Coaches will be advised and assisted in the assessment process and workbooks and guidelines will be produced to help coaches create and produce a record of their work in line with the RPT standards.

EQUIVALENCY PROGRAMME

You will also receive an equivalent qualification from the International Coaches Institute and a certificate supplement from the European Union.